Rides and Stories

In this episode, we follow the lives of Bengt Åberg and Giacomo Agostini.Åberg—a two-time motocross world champion who did things differently. While most riders left their families behind, Åberg brought his with him, turning the relentless European race circuit into a shared adventure.From humble beginnings in Sweden—tinkering with a small Husqvarna—to battling legends like Paul Friedrichs, this episode dives into the grit, persistence, and passion behind his rise to the top. Along the way, it explores the sacrifices of life on the road, the evolution of motocross machines, and the powerful role of family in a sport defined by independence.Giacomo Agostini, motorcycling’s most decorated champion. From his early days in Italian hill climbs to global domination with MV Agusta and a bold switch to Yamaha, Ago’s story is one of speed, rivalry, controversy, and relentless ambition.With 15 world titles and 123 Grand Prix victories, his record still casts a long shadow over the sport. But beyond the numbers lies a deeper story—of a rider who changed racing forever.

Before Aermacchi became a name whispered with respect in motorcycle racing paddock. It was written across the sky.We’re talking about Aeronautica Macchi - an Italian aircraft manufacturer, building sleek planes in the early 20th century. Precision engineering, lightweight construction, aerodynamic thinking… all born in aviation.

In the early days of motorcycling, one man set out to build the perfect machine—and nearly did.This episode tells the story of William G. Henderson and the legendary Ace motorcycle: a groundbreaking inline-four that redefined speed, refinement, and engineering ambition in 1920s America. From record-breaking rides to financial collapse, it’s a tale of brilliance, risk, and a vision that lived on long after its creator was gone.A story of innovation, tragedy… and a machine that was simply ahead of its time.

Picture this: it’s 1919, just after the First World War, and British engineer Granville Bradshaw walks into the Sopwith Aircraft Company with a bold promise—and a set of drawings that would soon become legend.The story goes that Bradshaw designed the ABC motorcycle’s revolutionary engine in less than three weeks. That’s certainly what Thomas Sopwith believed. In fact, he was so confident—or perhaps so curious—that he made a wager.The deal was simple: for every day Bradshaw ran late beyond three weeks, he’d pay Sopwith £100. But if he finished early? Sopwith would pay him the same amount for every day saved.It sounded like a safe bet.It wasn’t.